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Bartholin's glands |
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Bartholin's glands [ˈbɑːθəlɪnz] pl n (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Anatomy) Anatomy two small reddish-yellow glands, one on each side of the vaginal orifice, that secrete a mucous lubricating substance during sexual stimulation in females Compare Cowper's glands [named by Caspar Bartholin (1655-1738), Danish anatomist, in honour of his father, Thomas] How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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